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Who we are

Our story is one of transformation.

SNHU began as a two-room accounting school in Manchester, New Hampshire, in 1932. When enrollments outnumbered seats, we built a 300-acre campus. And in 1995, we took our mission global through online programs. It’s a move that changed SNHU (and higher ed) for good.

Today, we’re an industry leader transforming lives at scale — and not just those of our learners. With exceptional benefits and remote roles in 30+ states, we’ve attracted over 13,000 employees who get to do innovative work that excites them.

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Why SNHU? The people.

When we asked employees why they love working at SNHU, we got the same answer countless times: the people. And there’s a good reason for that.

Once we got the cameras rolling, it became clear — we’re passionate. Curious. We’re tenacious, and we’ve got heart. We’re not afraid to say, “Let’s try something new.” But most of all, we’re connected by our vision of a better world for everyone.

Beyond the 9 to 5

A rewarding career isn’t just about work. At SNHU, it’s about connections, life-changing benefits and the opportunity to show up exactly as you are.

Join a culture of care

With a mission-driven workforce distributed across the country, you’ll have the resources to grow your career while working alongside friends with new perspectives.

Our culture

Find community, celebrate differences

Whether you’re sharing your ideas in a meeting or joining an employee resource group, you’ll find yourself in rooms where your voice matters.

Inclusion at SNHU

Benefit like never before

At SNHU, we invest in you through exceptional benefits: comprehensive healthcare, a generous 401(k) plan, a free tuition program and more.

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Leverage your military experience

Join a community that values your military service and encourages you to use your unique skill set to drive SNHU’s mission forward.

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Make an impact — from near or far

At SNHU, you can be where you work best. With the option to work remotely in over 30 states and 5 weeks of paid time off, you can finally find the balance you’ve been looking for.

A history of innovation

1932

Starting small

SNHU opens its doors in Manchester, NH, as the humble, two-room New Hampshire Accounting and Secretarial School. We begin offering evening classes taught by experienced, educated faculty, and students can start on any Monday of the year.

1941

Supporting our military

The United States enters World War II, and SNHU shifts its focus to supporting service members. Soldiers spend their days in class and nights on base while disabled veterans prepare for life after the military.

1969

Becoming a modern college

New Hampshire Accounting and Secretarial school tries on a new name: New Hampshire College. Equipped with accreditation and degree-granting authority, our enrollment reaches nearly 1,000 students.

1971

Making moves

Quickly outgrowing the downtown Manchester location, New Hampshire College moves out of its rented space and into the location we occupy today: a picturesque 300-acre campus along the Merrimack River.

1995

Launching online classes

This year goes down in the books as a big one — New Hampshire College launches its internet-based distance learning program. (Sound familiar?)

2001

Rebranding big time

New Hampshire College becomes Southern New Hampshire University, expanding its programs — and campus — significantly. Our distance learning program sees explosive growth, reaching 8,000 enrollments in over 23 time zones.

2013

Forging new pathways

SNHU expands access to higher ed with the launch of College for America (CfA). The program leverages partnerships to introduce competency-based education (CBE) to students for whom college feels out of reach.

2017

Going global for good

SNHU launches the Global Education Movement (GEM): the first large-scale online learning initiative for refugees. Born out of partnerships with in-country organizations, it delivers high-quality, low-cost education for displaced learners.

Today

Continuing our mission

SNHU serves over 180,000 students and offers 250+ career-focused degree programs, online and on campus. A lot’s changed over the years, but we’re still dedicated to the same mission: making education accessible and unlocking opportunity for all.

Who we are

Why SNHU? The people.